With the european summer transfer window approaching, many players from the American League have been linked to major European clubs, and Enzo Fernandes, an attacking midfielder of River Plate, the veteran team of the A-League, is one of them.
The 21-year-old Argentine star has reportedly attracted interest from a number of European clubs, including Manchester United, Manchester City and Real Madrid.
In this week's League A, the Argentine midfielder scored a crucial goal in River Plate's 2-0 win over Fortaleza to help the home side score all three points. It is said that Manchester United's scouts came to the scene to watch Fernandez's game.
As we all know, the most important thing for Manchester United to strengthen now is the midfielder, they need to bring in at least one new midfielder this summer, and given that Fernandez's contract is only 20 million euros in a severance payment, his transfer will have some appeal to the Red Devils.
After winning for Fortaleza in the Copa Libertadores, the midfielder was asked about transfer rumours, but he refused to get carried away. Fernandez said: "I need to calmly, modestly, and quietly train and play well, which will help me improve and grow. "
At River Plate, Fernandez is the heart of the team's midfield, flanked by the more defensive Enzo Perez. At Manchester United, Bruno Fernandez occupies more of an attacking role, with a midfielder capable of rotating with Fred who is both offensive and defensive, more popular at Old Trafford.
However, Enzo Fernandez is a very skilled player, and his ability to control the ball can affect the game. This season, United have had serious problems launching attacks from the back, with some English footballers arguing that United's ability to pass the ball into the opposing attacking zone iii is very low compared to teams like Liverpool and Manchester City.
Enzo Fernandes can pick up the ball in midfield and push the ball into front, either carrying the ball himself or passing the ball to a teammate who has already entered space, which would be a serious lack of ability in the squad if Pogba leaves Manchester United. This style of play will be a feature of the new manager Tenhag at Manchester United, as many of the Dutchman's tactics are based on the high fluidity of the players.
This season, Enzo Fernandez has made 11 appearances for River Plate, scoring four goals and having three assists, his most recent goal was in River Plate's match against Fortaleza, a match supposedly watched by United scouts. The midfielder's termination clause of €20 million will allow United to receive more money on other signings.
Of course, there will also be some risks in signing Fernandez, as he has yet to prove himself in European football, but it will be a sign that United's transfer strategy is becoming more and more low-key. In recent years, the club has brought in too many big-name players, but not too much thought has been given to the question of whether they will be able to integrate into the team.
Enzo Fernandez is a cheaper transfer option, he still has a lot of room to develop and hopes to prove himself in the future, and he also meets the conditions that United need to succeed under Ten Haag. If Enzo Fernandes can play at the same level in the Premier League as he does in the First Division, he will be a very wise choice for United.